of Vilonia, AR
September 20, 1982 - October 16, 2015
James Richard ''Jamie'' Smith, 33, of Vilonia went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 16, 2015. He was born Monday, September 20, 1982 in North Little Rock, Arkansas to Richard and Francis Smith. Jamie was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Vilonia. He was a 2000 Graduate of Vilonia High School and president of the Soulless Nomads R.C., Arkansas Chapter. Jamie had a musical talent; he was a self-taught guitar player, along with playing in the band at school from the 6th -12th grades. He was a loving son and self-proclaimed mama's boy and a loving husband, but above all else he was a great daddy to his girls, who were his world.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Homer and Marie Smith, aunt Carla Grimes and brother in law Joseph Brown.
Survivors include his wife Samantha Smith, daughters Hailey Alexis Smith, Ally Lynn Smith and Laney Jo Danielle Smith all of Vilonia, parents Richard and Francis Smith of Conway, and mother and father in law Kenny and Vivian Brown of Vilonia. Other survivors include grandparents Jack and Jennie Grimes of Houston, Texas, grandmother Dianne Goodwin of Vilonia, aunts and uncles Brenda Simpson of Beebe, Paula and Jim Bowen of Jacksonville, Katherine and Trey Thomassee of Winnie, Texas, Sidney Lilly of Springfield, Missouri, Donna and Mayes Scott of Ward, Sharon Woodiel of Cabot and Linda and Jim Smith of Vilonia, sister in law and brother in law, Jeff and Natalie Wankum, nieces Taylor, Zoe and Sophia Wankum, along with numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of extended family and friends.
Visitation will be Friday, October 23, 2015 from 6-8pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 11am Saturday, October 24, 2015 at First Assembly of God Church in Vilonia with Pastor Jim King officiating.
Pallbearers will be Michael Korosec, Chris Lamendola, Darren Bray, Andy Doremus, John Smith and Jeremy Travis.
Jamie, I love and miss you so much. Sometimes, just for a tiny second, I forget you are gone and start to send you something. Then my heart breaks and I remember that night. I know that you are still watching over me as you promised you would and I am privileged enough to watch over your family. They are amazing and their presence is the only thing that allows your absence to be tolerable. Say high to everyone. Until I see you again ...
There was a motorcycle accident today and my heart sank...missing you everyday still!
I miss you!
Missing you so much today. You are always in my heart but I would love a hug from you.
Today we would've been married for twelve years. Happy Anniversary my love! I miss you so much, I love you forever and always
Think about you everyday. Grateful for the time we had, so sad for your wife, children and mother. See you on the other side
Really missing you daddy. i love you
<3
To Jamie's Family: Jamie was a wonderful man who I had the pleasure of having his help for several years while he was at Steele Plastics. He was always most helpful and a joy to work with. He was so proud of his family and always had a positive attitude towards life. My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to Jamie's entire family. Rest in Peace Jamie!!!
I loved Jamie with everything in me he was always there for me when I needed a laugh or pick me up! RILP brother..you will be missed.
Francis, Richard and family,
Our hearts goes out to you for the tragic loss of your son ! Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family .May the Good Lord bring you comfort in the days ahead and comfort you and may he wrap his Loving arms around you and your family at this time of sorrow , Jamie will always be remembered and always be Loved and never forgotten he will always be in our Hearts , Jamie is our very Special Angel and will always be with us . R.I.P. our Dear Brother Jamie we Love and Miss you R.I.P. until we all meet again .It's not goodbye we will always carry you in our Hearts forever ... R.I.P. Brother Jamie <3 <3 <3
He was a great person to work with. He will be greatly missed!
I had Band with Jamie back in the day. I will always remember how he was kind to everyone and made people smile. I am sending my thoughts and prayers to all Jamie's family and friends.
Francis I am so sorry to hear that you lost Jamie. I remember when he was just a little tike. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers God will help you through it keep your faith.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Life is full of seasons. there was a season in my life when Jamie and I were inseparable and even though we weren't always as close as we had been I still felt as if Jamie was one of my best friends. Any time we seen each other we could pick right up where we left off. I believe that I'm not alone but that I am one of the many that feel as if Jamie was one of their best friends during a season in their life and still to this day. Jamie had a way of making sure everybody felt important and loved for who they were and not who this world expected them to be. Jamie was not average, but rather extraordinary, he deserved to be President of something, I just always thought it would be our country, but I know he was just as proud to be President of his motorcycle club. As a husband and father of 3 kids and still having my Loving Mom and Dad myself, I now understand that the greatest season in Jamie's life was his last season. I don't believe that with Jamie's encouraging positive outlook on life that he would tell us this is our last season but rather this is a new season and to enjoy every moment with the ones that we love and cherish. I pray that you find comfort in these words. 2. Thessalonians 3:16. Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord bewith you all. Phillipians 4:7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Praying Sincerely,
Corey York
Frank and I spoke with Jamie about a month ago at a memorial service. We were so very impressed with this young man and his family. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless your family during this time and the days to come.
Jamie has always been an incredible human being. He was not only a close cousin but a brother and dear friend. He will never be forgotten. Always be missed and loved dearly. God needed another angel. R♥I♥L
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jamie will forever be missed by so many. He was and always will be a great man.
So sorry for your loss, you all are in my prayers for your comfort and peace which passes all understanding.
Praying you all find strength and peace at this saddest of times.
There are no words that can comfort you until you are ready. All things will come with God's help. He is there and you can lean on him. Use your faith and the family that will be there for you. Love you always.
Prayers are lifted up to you and your family. May you find comfort in the arm of our Lord Savior God.
I loved Jamie very much, and shared a very special time in my life with him. Although I hadn't seen him in quite some time, this impacts me deeply as I feel the loss of my friend. Thoughts and prayers are with Sam and the girls.
Sending prayers for strength for the family.
I worked with Jamie at Steele plastics for several years. I always knew to be kind hearted and a good friend. Even in the briefest conversations his love for his girls was obvious. I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. God bless you all you are in my thoughts and prayers
My heart goes out to all the family. I remember him as my cousin's sweet, little red-haired freckled boy. He grew into a wonderful young man, husband, and father and made those lives he touched richer. I know that he will be forever missed.
Words can't explain the person Jamie Smith the mindset of just being a friend to all he came in contact with never a dull moment always looking ahead never behind so much more prayers for family peace and comfort in this time of need God bless
I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for your family during this difficult time.
I am very sory for ur loss it has been about ten years when i last seen jamie we had worked togather but he had became a good friend ione thing i could always remember about jamie was if u was ever in a bad mood he would go out of his way to make u smile until we meet again R.I.P jamie u will be missed
I am so sorry for your loss..Jamie was a good friend of mine in highschool. I just wish I had known him today... We had lots of laughs in school. He always had a great heart. My heart goes out to his wife and children.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
To the Smith&Brown family... prayers are with you all!
Jamie, I can't believe your gone bro..until we meet again, I love you man. You will be forever missed by many many people.
-Mo-
Jamie was in a league of his own. Whatever was going on in his life, he had a smile for everyone he met. I will always admire his easy-going attitude. Jamie could make a room laugh like none other. Above all else, you knew he was committed to his family. He will be missed by many.
Rerun and I send love and prayers to you and the girls. So sorry for your loss.
Our deepest condolences in this time.
Jamie Smith was one of my favorite people. He always had a smile on his face and I could always expect him to say "what's up, Action" every time we saw each other. We could go months without running into each other but when we would it was like we just saw each other yesterday. To Sam, the girls, and his parents - my heart breaks for you all. Jamie was something special and he touched the lives of all he came in contact with through his happy-go-lucky demeanor. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God speed, Jamie.
Sam, Hailey, Ali & Laney Jo, Francis & Richard, Vivian & Kenny and family - you all are in our thoughts and prayers. A truly nice guy with a great smile and ability to make others laugh, Jamie will be missed. May God give you peace
Francis, Richard and family,
My heart goes out to you for the tragic loss of your son ! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
May the Good Lord bring you comfort in the days ahead !
Karen Davis
jaime was one of the many "class clowns" from the class of 2000. when i say class cown I mean it in a good way. He was always fun and a great guy to be around. The world lost an awesome person. And my heart goes out to Sam and the girls. Tho Im sure theres plenty of us around that will always be around to help keep his memory around. RIP Jaime. you will be missed.
Francis, Richard and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.